One of the most
important decisions we make as a parent is deciding which school for our child
to enroll in. We want our children to study in a good school so we could lead
them on a path toward lifelong learning heading for a future successful career.
Sending a child to school is no joke as it entails a large sum of money added
to the family’s budget, thus it will be wise to carefully assess and do your
own rating in finding the right school for your child.

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With so many schools
offering the best education, it is still important to seriously consider your
child’s needs as well as your own expectations and values before making a
decision. Here are several factors to consider that may help you in choosing
the right school for your child.

Comprehensive
Policies and Programs

Look for a school that
promotes comprehensive policies and programs which supports the student’s
physical, social and emotional wellbeing, including an excellent curriculum for
children with individual differences such as for talented children and children
with learning difficulties.

If you are looking for a
private school, you may browse on their websites, then list down the schools
that you may consider. Aside from surfing the net, you may also visit and
inspect the schools personally, ask questions in the admission office or ask
for a prospectus to know if the school is offering a balanced and comprehensive
curriculum.

Class size

Know the maximum class
sizes. Small class size is an advantage as it gives the teachers more focus and
control with their respective classes.

Physical
facilities

It is important that the
school has available facilities for specialized subjects like computing,
science laboratory, music and physical education. Moreover, other facilities
like the canteen serving healthy and clean food, clean comfort rooms, library
and more.

Faculty
Members

Teachers really matter.
Look for schools that provide teachers with more training, instruction and
discussion of best teaching practices.
If possible, know how the school evaluates the teachers by talking to
one of the school administrators. We all know that fully licensed faculty
member who is well compensated in terms of salaries executes proficient and
quality teaching performance.

School
Documentation

One of the most
important factors to consider in finding the right school for your child is to
know how the school communicates with parents. Course outlines, school
prospectus or handbook, regular circulars or newsletters, annual reports are
just some of the important documentation and policies that must be made in
writing and available to parents.

School
Reputation

Check the average
graduation rate, the higher the average of graduation rate means quality
teaching method. You may also talk to some of the school alumni you know of or
to other parents to know more about the school or better check the average
students retention rate, a higher school population is regarded as a good one.